[Applause] When I was a medical student planning a career as a fertility specialist, I thought the most important work I would do would happen in the IVF operating room. It's a dramatic image. We can all envision it, right.A precious embryo, a cluster of a couple hundred cells. A woman or a couple dreaming of the baby it might become. A medical team working with intense focus.Nine months later, new life brought into the world. But what took me years to realize is that some of the most important moments in r ...

Adolescent Health & Sex Education - Highlights the lack of comprehensive sex education for young girls, leading to shame, stigma, anxiety, and fear surrounding puberty and bodily changes [1][2][3] - Emphasizes the need for basic genital organ education alongside general anatomy education to reduce misconceptions and promote body positivity [2] - Discusses the accidental exposure of teenagers to pornography, with studies showing that over 58% are introduced to it accidentally [2] - Points out the societal pressure on women to grow up quickly, contrasting with the scientific reality, and the curiosity girls have about their bodies [2] - Addresses misconceptions about virginity, periods, and fertility, highlighting the pressure on girls to prove their virginity [3] Societal & Cultural Impact - Notes that society collectively makes women grow up really fast, creating body image issues and lowering self-esteem due to genetic variations like body hair [2] - Mentions the lack of proper knowledge regarding pubertal changes, nocturnal emissions, masturbation, and myths during teenage and adulthood [2] - Highlights the societal emphasis on marriage and childbearing without adequate exploration of individual preferences and identities [2][3] - Discusses the restrictions and threats imposed on young girls who explore their bodies, such as being told they won't get married [3] Health Risks & Consequences - Underscores that the lack of understanding around basic human anatomy and education leads to issues like unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B, and herpes [3]